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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1986-05-21; Municipal Water District; MinutesI MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF COSTA REAL MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT, HELD ON MAY 21, 1986, AT 2:OO P.M. AT 5950 EL CAMINO REAL, CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA 92008. The meeting was called to order at 2:OO p.m. by President Bonas, with Directors Almack, Maerkle, Haasl, Kelly and Bonas answering roll call. Also present were General Manager Meadows, Controller Brammell, Engineer Blakesley, Superintendent Musser, Legal Counsel Moser and Executive Secretary Woodward. Geoff Poole, Lin Burzell, Joe Eggleston, Barbara Hallman, Barbara Barnhill, Lola Sherman and Rose Grimm also attended. Approval of Minutes Director Maerkle made a motion to approve the minutes of the adjourned meeting of April 30, 1986, as revised, seconded by Director Haasl and unanimously carried. Oral Communications from the Audience I Headquarters Expansion Steven Brown (of Brown Leary Architects), who also ap- peared at our last meeting, said he has provided our staff with his firm's hourly fees for our headquarters expansion project and was here today to answer any questions. Director Maerkle advised that he and Director Kelly have reviewed all the proposals, have narrowed the choices to two, of which they have interviewed the principals. They are now waiting for additional written information from them before making a recommendation to the Board at the next Board meeting. President Bonas said Mr. Brown's information would be' taken under advisement and he could still be called on for more information. Consent Calendar Ratification of Investments Director Maerkle made a motion approving the consent calen- dar, seconded by Director Kelly and unanimously carried. Discussion followed, with Mr. Brammell reviewing the LAIF investment. Unfinished Business I Selection of Architect Director Maerkle reported on for Headquarters Expansion their committee meeting held last Monday. The two chosen for interviews were David Allee and Young/Lumsden. These interviews have already been held. The committee hopes to have a written report and recommendation for the Board meeting of June 4. Status Report on Squires Mr. Burzell referred to the Dam Valve Repair re ort received from Blaylock- WiPlis and Associates (see I copy in agenda packet). The photographs taken have now been received and will be used to make the presentation to the State, The key parts of their report are on pages 3 and 4, indicating that most of the parts are in good condition and the recommendation is that the components be cleaned by divers, and that the running gear be monitored during operation in order to demonstrate satisfactory performance of the emergency plug. , Since only about half the budgeted funds have been used, it is suggested that the balance be used to complete the work for certification. Mr. Burzell asked for Board acceptance of the report and authorization to proceed with the work. After discussion, Director Maerkle made the motion to accept the report and authorize proceeding with the cleanup, but not to exceed the original authorization of $8,000, seconded by Director Almack and unanimously carried. I Revised Agreement for Engi- Mr. Moser reviewed the request neering Services: L, R, Burzell of the Board at the last meet- ing and went over the intent of the revised agreement (copy in agenda packet). After much discussion, President Bonas made a motion that we retain the original contract, seconded by Director Haasl. After further discussion requested by Director Almack, Mr. Meadows responded to his inquiry, that staff will provide the Board at the next meeting with a status report on engineering projects to date. Director Almack then recommended that the matter of the Burzell Agreement be held in abeyance until this report is available. President Bonas, after verifying with Mr. Moser that the original agreement remains in effect, withdrew her motion and set an Engineering and Operations Committee meeting for May 23, 1986, at 10 a.m. New Business Establishing Dates for Opening Mr. Blakesley reviewed his Bids: Camino de las Ondas Pipe- memorandum in the agenda line Replacement, June 4, 1986; packet and recommended Board and Camino de las Ondas Pressure approval of bid opening dates Reducing Station, June 18, 1986 of June 4 and June 18, with award of each job to be made at the Board meeting following each bid opening. Director Maerkle made the motion, seconded by Director Kelly and unanimously carried. I Recess Committee Reports President Bonas called for a recess at 3:05 p.m. The meeting resumed at 3:20 p.m. None -2- May 21, 198E I Staff Reports Public Information Officer Mrs. Grimm advised that the sixth annual photograph y contest is in progress, she is working on the brochure approved at the last Board meeting and the newsletter should be ready by the end of June. Engineer No special report. Superintendent Mr-Musser said the lake was at 494.7 feet this morning and we are buying 24 c.f .s. The valve can adjustments are ongoing and there is a replacement project of about 600 feet of pipe at the La Costa Golf Course. Controller Mr. Brammell advised that Coopers & Lybrand will be here the first two weeks in August for the annual audit. They are presently preparing an engagement letter which we should receive in the near future. I Attorney Hydroelectric Plant: Mr. Moser reported on the status of the Enkar proposal regarding this project. Staff met today with the radio station manager and we should know in the next few weeks how to insure that SDGstE provides the District with standby power. Refunding: Mr. Moser expects by the next Board meeting some preliminary information from Bartle Wells Associates on what the range of savings will be. * AB 2746: Mr. Moser advised that this bill is basically a proposal to allow the State Water Board to decide the fair market value of unused capacity in water conveyance facilities. This bill is opposed by ACWA. It is supported by SDCWA because it would be beneficial to this area. Discussion followed. Manager Mr. Meadows advised that the San Marcos County Water District and Vista Irrigation District, has been informed that the Santa Fe I tank will be available when the Santa Fe I1 tank is put in service. Discussion followed. Organizational Reports I San Diego County Water Authority Director Maerkle advised that 3212 students participated ir the Authority's school program for the month of April. The cost Of treated water will be increased $40.00 per acre foot. Several new members were seated on the Authority board. -3- May 21, 198E I Presidents and Managers Mr. Meadows said the program Council of Water Utilities was given by Nancy Jones, at- torney, on employment con- tracts, wrongful discharge and the legalities of interviewing people who apply for jobs. Directors' Reports Mr. Kelly's recently taken slides of the Lake Calavera property were shown and explained by him. Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 3:53p.m. Respectfully submitted, I I -4- May 21, 1986